FarStone Introduces GameDrive CD Emulator

IRVINE, CA — August 27, 2002 — FarStone Technology has released GameDrive, a CD-ROM emulator software made specifically for PC gaming enthusiasts.

GameDrive emulates a computer’s physical CD/DVD-ROM drive, allowing users to play disc-based games without having to insert the physical CD. Like VirtualDrive, FarStone’s best-selling CD emulator, GameDrive creates up to 23 virtual CD/DVD-ROM drives, an unlimited number of virtual CDs, and offers some of the best game support in the industry.

GameDrive can be purchased directly at www.farstone.com, and will be available for purchase from national retailers like Circuit City, CompUSA, and Fry’s Electronics.

About FarStone

Founded in 1993, FarStone Technology develops data backup and CD emulation software. FarStone is an ISO 9001 certified software publisher holding multiple technology patents. Headquartered in Irvine, CA, the company licenses its software to corporations, small businesses, educational institutions and consumers worldwide. FarStone’s technology partners include Intel, NEC, Phoenix Technologies, and Toshiba.